Gluten Free Seafood Gumbo (Brennan’s Copycat)

Gluten Free Seafood & Sausage Gumbo

While in New Orleans, celebrating my friend’s and my milestone birthday, we dined at Brennan’s, an upscale restaurant in the French Quarter. They were named Best Restaurant 2016 in New Orleans Magazine. Their recipes and service are nothing less than amazing. Brennan’s shares their Seafood and Gumbo recipe, which I have converted to a smaller batch of gluten free seafood gumbo. Enjoy! Continue reading “Gluten Free Seafood Gumbo (Brennan’s Copycat)”

Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Saffron Rice (Tahchin or Tachin)

Gluten Free Dairy Free Tahchin (Saffron Rice)

Tahchin is a Persian/Iranian creamy (traditionally dairy-based), baked saffron rice dish. The top of this gluten free dairy free rice dish is crunchy on top. The recipe traditionally calls for whole milk yogurt. For those who are dairy-free, you can make gluten free dairy free saffron rice without the need to go out and purchase dairy-free yogurt, you can make dairy free tahchin/ baked saffron rice. Give it a try with traditional yogurt, store-bought dairy-free yogurt, or super easy homemade yogurt. The results are nothing less than incredible. Continue reading “Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Saffron Rice (Tahchin or Tachin)”

Dairy-Free Yogurt Substitute Recipe – Yeast-Free – Helps Digestive Issues

Dairy Free Yogurt Substitute Homemade

Yesterday, not knowing I’d need full-fat yogurt for a recipe I was making today, sparked the need to create a homemade dairy free yogurt recipe. This is a substitute recipe, not actually fermented yogurt. The results? Wow! It is the richest, creamiest yogurt that I have ever had! I used full-fat coconut milk and it was so easy and fast to make. Watch the video! Continue reading “Dairy-Free Yogurt Substitute Recipe – Yeast-Free – Helps Digestive Issues”

Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin English Muffins (Oat or Sorghum)

Gluten Free Raisin English Muffins

There is nothing better than my Traditional Gluten Free English Muffins Recipe other than this gluten free cinnamon raisin English muffins recipe! They make wonderful sandwiches for breakfast or lunch or serve them toasted (or not) with your favorite topping. My favorites are plain butter as well as cream cheese and jam. What will you use? Continue reading “Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin English Muffins (Oat or Sorghum)”

Gluten Free Chinese Almond Cookies – Almond Wafers

Gluten Free Chinese Almond Cookies - Almond Wafers

These gluten free Chinese almond cookies are not only perfect for Chinese New Year but everyday treats. They are tender yet have a nice crisp bottom as well as edges. Similar to Gluten Free Vanilla Wafers but lighter and more buttery, these cookies can be used as a treat, in parfaits, or as no-bake pie crusts (when crushed and combined with melted butter). These round cookies represent coins, which are said to bring good fortune. Continue reading “Gluten Free Chinese Almond Cookies – Almond Wafers”

Gluten-Free Banana Oat Pancakes (Free of Allergens, Sugar, Gum, and Added Starch)

Gluten Free Sugar-Free Egg-Free Banana Oat Pancakes

Without the use of eggs, sugar, dairy, gum, nuts, or added starch (like tapioca, potato starch, cornstarch, or arrowroot), you can easily make these delicious gluten free banana oat pancakes. The pancakes are made using healthy ingredients. Oat flour is a much better choice being that it contains the largest amount of protein out of all of the gluten free flours besides ground nuts. Without the use of starch, they are truly packed with protein! Continue reading “Gluten-Free Banana Oat Pancakes (Free of Allergens, Sugar, Gum, and Added Starch)”

Gluten Free Enchilada Casserole with Cabbage, Ground Turkey & Rice

Gluten Free Cabbage Casserole Mexican Style

Without the use of tortillas, this gluten free casserole contains all of the flavors of enchiladas. Its sauce leaves everything moist and the cheese topping adds additional flavor. What makes this recipe easy is that it is made in one skillet for easy cleanup! What makes this recipe smart is the addition of cabbage; a great way to get picky eaters to consume more veggies. Continue reading “Gluten Free Enchilada Casserole with Cabbage, Ground Turkey & Rice”